Description
A creamy cheesecake enriched with fresh strawberry puree, creating a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 3 packages cream cheese (8 oz each), softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a mixing bowl.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat the cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar together in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well.
- Pour in the strawberry puree and cornstarch, beating until combined.
- Carefully pour the cheesecake batter over the crust.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool in the oven for 1 hour after baking.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Notes
Avoid overmixing and ensure adequate chilling time for the perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg